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Head of Corporate Services - Category Lead
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 90,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: City of London, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The Head of Corporate Services - Category Lead - Agency Labour will manage procurement activities within the business services industry, focusing on corporate services, HR, agency labour spend.
You will be involved in developing effective procurement strategies and fostering supplier relationships. We're looking for a leader who thrives on influence, challenge, and delivery someone who can shape strategy and inspire others.
Client Details
The employer is a large organisation operating within the business services industry. They are committed to delivering exceptional services to their clients and maintaining high standards in procurement and supply chain management.
Description
As Head of Corporate Services Procurement, you will:
Lead category strategies across corporate services, HR Services, Legal & Audit, Consultancy, Travel & Meetings, and other indirect spend areas.
Act as the go‑to expert for HR procurement, bringing market insight and commercial leadership.
Oversee and optimise supply chains for UK Temporary Labour and Security Subcontractors.
Negotiate with key suppliers, ensuring contracts deliver value, compliance, and innovation.
Drive supplier consolidation programmes and challenge spend behaviours to unlock savings.
Deliver a multiyear savings pipeline and P&L benefits across categories.
Represent procurement at leadership level, influencing strategy and supporting bid activity.
Profile
A successful Head of Corporate Services - Procurement Category Lead should have:
Extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on corporate services, agency labour and HR-related categories.
Deep commercial acumen and exceptional negotiation and contract management skills.
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams while fostering collaboration and trust.
Confidence to challenge stakeholders constructively and build strong, influential relationships.
Strategic thinking, with the capability to turn ideas into actionable plans and deliver results under pressure.
Proficiency in market analysis and trend identification to drive informed decisions.
Strong understanding of procurement compliance and best practices.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
A results-driven mindset, resilience, and attention to detail.We're looking for a leader who thrives on influence, challenge, and delivery someone who can shape strategy, inspire others, and make a tangible impact.
Job Offer
Competitive salary + bonus
Home based with travel to London and suppliers in the UK
Opportunities to work within a large organisation in the business services industry.
Potential for professional growth and development.
Comprehensive benefits package.If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Head of Corporate Services Category Lead - Agency Labour, we encourage you to apply todayBefore You Apply
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